Martins Guest House – A Favorite for Families in Edinburgh
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
Martin's Guest House offers several room types, including single, double, triple, and family rooms. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee facilities, free WiFi, and free bottled water. Some rooms have en suite bathrooms, while others share facilities. The Supreme Double Room on the second floor provides views of Edinburgh, and the studio features a private terrace. Original Victorian features like high ceilings and ceiling roses are preserved in some rooms.
Dining & Breakfast
A breakfast menu includes options like Loch Fyne smoked salmon with scrambled eggs, a full Scottish breakfast with Ayrshire bacon and haggis, and vegetarian choices. Fresh fruit with Greek yogurt and French toast with cranberries are also available. The guest house does not have an onsite restaurant but is a short walk from Bruntsfield's restaurants and bars.
Outdoor Activities
Nearby outdoor activities include hiking, biking, mountain climbing, and golf. Arthur's Seat hike is 3.5 km away, and the Lothian Buses network provides easy access to Edinburgh's parks and trails. Skydiving and horse riding are available in the surrounding area.
Location & Transport
Located in Merchiston, Martin's Guest House is 2.5 km from Edinburgh Waverley Station and 15 km from Edinburgh Airport. Bus #35 from the airport stops within a 5-minute walk. A bus stop outside the guest house connects to the city center in 5 minutes, with buses running every 10 minutes on weekdays. Nearby landmarks include Edinburgh Castle (2 km), the Royal Mile (2 km), and the Scottish National Gallery (2 km).
Services & Extras
Services include free private parking (GBP 10 per day), dry cleaning, and tour assistance. Babysitting is available on request. The guest house provides ironing facilities, hairdryers, and keyless entry for late arrivals. Owners Denise and Steven offer local recommendations for dining and attractions.
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Facilities
General
- Free Wi-Fi
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Room service
Dining
- Breakfast
Room features
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor